Introduction Social networks have a great influence on people’s life in many parts. The social networking sites connect strangers and friends together, and incorporate various communication tools, such as Facebook, Instagram and photos shared with other users. With an increasing number of social networks user, more and more teenagers own their social networking gradually and it affect the mind of teens today. Nowadays, the social Internet has become more embedded in teenagers’ life, and the social media is changer their ways of communication. Study shows that in Europe 73% of the 13-14 year olds and 82% of the 15-16 year olds has a profile on a social networking service (Livingstone, Haddon, Görzig& Olafsson, 2011), which means many teenagers …show more content…
This research will collect the information of six middle school students, including three boys and three girls. It focused on why they are interested in social media. On the other hand, this research discusses different parts that social networks influence teenagers, including communicative approaches, security issues, and education. Teenagers have great interests in social media. For the purpose of this study, social networks were defined as Facebook, YouTube or Twitter. Facebook is the most used social network by teenagers, followed by YouTube and Twitter. According to the report, 95 percent of teens (12-17) use the Internet, and 81 percent of them use social media sites. Facebook is by far the most heavily adopted social site, with 94 percent of social media teens reporting they have a profile there（O 'keeffe & Clarke-Pearson, 2011）. The more Facebook friends in their networks, the more active teens tend to be. In general, teens appear to have a favorable view of social media and report more positive experiences than negative experience. Report shows that “52 percent of online teens say they have had an experience online that made them feel good about themselves. Online social networks attract teens because they can have a conversation in a victual world and they can share their life
There are numerous studies on the impact of advancing technology on adolescents, usually leading to the conclusion that social media networks often take part in creating the teen to isolate themselves from anything other than the internet. Social media however, does allow anyone to connect to the people living on the other side of the world. It is a way to keep in touch with old friends, and meet new people no matter where they live. Social media is often used to keep up with the latest news and often informs users of what is going on before the news channels catch it. It is obvious that social media has various positive uses. While these points are important, the fact that the younger generation spends most of their time with their heads down looking at a screen rather than engaged in conversation takes precedence. An article by Morgan Hampton states that,“children and teens spend 75% of their waking lives with their eyes fixed on a screen.” Social media connects people through a screen, but cannot excuse the fact that people are being disconnected from what is right in front of
In the article," Teenagers and Social Networking- It Might Actually Be Good for Them," writer Clive Thompson discusses the benefits of teens using social media networks to their advantage. Thompson argues that teens making use of social media carries many advantages, which include social and networking skills. Clive Thompson is able to successfully argue his claim on why social media might actually be fitting for teens with the use of analytical devices such as the emotions fear and guilt, general facts and expert testimonies, reliable sources, and his qualifications. All of which display his knowledge on the subject at hand.
How the social networking influents young people’s psychological well-being? Since the World Wide Web appeared in the world in the year of 1991, the internet has significantly changed people’s life on almost every level. Especially when the social media sites, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, became popular during the last decade, people’s lifestyles have greatly changed by this form of communication, which consequently brings many psychological effects on the young people. As the result, according to the recent researches, the teenagers and the young adults in this era are bearing many mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, and addiction, due to the social
Many teens agree that social media has been a huge help in positively affecting their lives, in fact according to (Source A) “68% of teenagers claim that social media provides them with support during hard times. 46% of teenage girls agree that social media empowers them to speak out about the things they care about. 83% of teenagers say that social media makes them feel more connected to their friends.” These statistics show that social media is a positive resource in the teenage community and how it's making the lives of teenagers better and more enjoyable by giving them something to look to for entertainment. Social media has also inspired teenagers to stand up and give a voice to those who are voiceless.
Social networking is relatively new in the technology world. It was introduced in 1997 and several popular sites are: MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter. These sites have attracted millions of users, many of whom have incorporated these sites into their daily practices (Boyd). Of these millions of users, the heaviest are young people. One study suggests that 81 percent of teenagers from the ages of 12-17 use social networking sites (Sterling). These sites allow users to express themselves through a personal profile. Once a profile is created, the user can then make cyber friends. These friends are other users who can now access the original user’s profile information, which in turn, could have negative results. However, many people find these sites to be extremely useful. From showcasing one’s interests to connecting with friends and family, social networking sites are a great way to communicate. Even people who are normally shy in person are able to comfortabl...
From "thintastic" blogs to suicide stories, social media has become not only a source of conversation but a gateway to harmful suggestions that many teenagers see and believe to be allowable, when in fact the situations proposed are dangerous to those who attempt them. Statistics show that 20% of anorexic teenagers will die prematurely, and 80% of teenagers who commit suicide are depressed (South). Social media has glorified and brought to attention eating disorders, depression, and suicide among teens that might otherwise not become a statistic in these critical categories.
This report describes the impact of social media on children, adolescents, and families. The author, O’Keeffe presents that the benefits of children and adolescents using social media; he also presents the rise of youth using social media. A few examples of the benefits include: growth of ideas, expansion of one’s online connection, and enhancement of individual and collective creativity. Some examples of the risk include: cyberbullying and online harassment, sexting, and Facebook
In recent years, social networking sites have rapidly gained popularity among people at all ages. A large number of people have registered and become members of some social networking sites, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Wechat. Also, people spend a lot of time on these sites chatting, playing games, and making friends. Social networking sites have become a part of people’s life. However, what accounts for the popularity of these sites? As far as I’m concerned, this phenomenon, which social networking sites are very popular nowadays, is caused by three important reasons.
Most common among young adults and teens, social networking plays a significant role in the social lives of adolescents. The teenage years are “a time of identity formation and role development” (Pew Internet and American Life Project 11). Online identity among friends and peers has now become as significant as one’s own personal identity, in that online information can be seen by many and online interactions have become a primary source of communication. As a result, teens tend to concentrate greatly on social life and now a majority use social networking sites and other social media as an outlet for this personal growth.
Social networks are the “state of the art” of communication. Today’s technology allows social networks to offer a great variety of services to the users, including sharing photos, chatting with others, sharing posts and thoughts, adding friends to a person’s social circle, or even be reminded of friend’s birthdays and others. These characteristics are defining the new way to socialize and interact virtually with others. Because of the fast expansion of these social networks, it is inevitable that adolescents will be highly exposed to this kind of interaction; social networks will become a more important part of their lives as time goes by, leaving them with no choice to w...
The correlation between the development of youth and social media has become blatant. Although few of the consequences are favorable, the majority have displayed a negative impact. The drive social media can implement on youth is exceptional. The pressure and strain social media can place on our youth is an enduring force which leads individuals to question themselves as a person and feel inclined to fit a norm expressed in media and social media of our society. The underlying force social media can play in the lives of the youth is astonishing and is a force that must be dealt with and controlled, for it not only holds the power to give an individual strength, but also to break them down.
There is no secret that a modern day teenager’s life is built around the usage of technology. As a result of society’s heavy reliance on technology, social media has become popular amongst people who are “technologically advanced.” Though there is a wide variety of social sites that can be accessed through modern day technology, a few have become very popular. Social sites which have become widely popular among teens include Instagram, Tumblr, and Snapchat. These social networking sites provide instant social connection and emotional support while letting teens post and send pictures of their everyday life. Many teens look towards social media for emotional support and social acceptance. The continual usage of these sites are negatively impacting the self- esteem of teenagers worldwide since they heavily rely on social medias to portray images of what they believe is acceptable for the society we live in.
Social networking sites (SNSs) are defined as “tools young people use to get in touch with peers sharing the same interests while facilitating opinion exchange and information sharing” [1]. Attributed to the convenience these SNSs brought to us, they play significant roles in our daily lives. They become the major channels for people to have contact with each other [2]. Gone were the days when people made connections with others mostly through phone calls or letters. Generally, users communicate, organize people and spread messages in these platforms [3]. With the appearance of Myspace in 2003, SNSs are acquiring popularity having Facebook being the most common used site nowadays [4]. Noticing the growing trend of these sites, it is much debated if browsing SNSs are a waste of time. Yet, it is believed for the dominant group of SNS users – the adolescents, SNSs are beneficial since they can help to strengthen identity, increase social capital and encourage civic participation.
As social media use continues to increase for teenagers and young adults, so do the concerns on the social development in adolescents due to the internet. Many teens are attracted to social media because it provides a place where they can be anonymous and make friends, when at school they may be too shy to do so. In fact, a survey shows that, “participants...said they were better able to express their true selves online than offline, and they tended to project ideal qualities onto their online partners” However, when you have been given the tools and technology to maintain your lives without even speaking a word to someone face-to-face, it is anything but social. As a teen, social development is critical. During these years, a child will learn how to maintain friendships, thrive in social situations, and other important skills. When you are spending your day h...
In the twenty -first century, teenagers live in a life of social networking and life’s online. It’s hard to believe how much the world has changed over the decades, especially in technology. Technology helps people to contact relatives and friends from long distance more easily and conveniently. People can now talk to each other from everywhere in the world simply through chat and video calls. By time, internet connections have spread throughout households and social networking such as Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram has increased gradually. However, the internet and several modern technologies have wasted many times and has hurt the society. Social media plays such a big role in people’s lives that some people couldn’t even imagine